Custom PC builds, repairs, and 3D printing — done right, priced honestly.
Independent computer service based in the Twin Cities. I build custom desktops, diagnose and repair existing machines, handle upgrades, and produce 3D-printed parts and prototypes. Parts are purchased at retail cost with no markup — you pay a flat labor rate for the work itself.
Services
Seven-plus years building and servicing computers for individuals, families, small offices, and repeat clients throughout the metro.
Custom PC Builds
Full desktop assembly from your parts list or mine — gaming rigs, workstations, home office, budget builds.
- Component selection and compatibility check
- Assembly, cable management, airflow setup
- BIOS configuration and firmware updates
- OS installation, drivers, stability testing
Repair & Diagnostics
Troubleshooting for machines that won't boot, crash under load, run hot, or have slowed down.
- Hardware fault isolation and component testing
- Thermal service — paste replacement, fan and cooler repair
- Power supply, storage, and memory replacement
- OS reinstall, malware cleanup, data migration
Upgrades
Targeted improvements to existing systems, with honest advice on what's actually worth upgrading.
- GPU, CPU, RAM, and storage upgrades
- SSD/NVMe migration with data cloning
- Cooling and power supply upgrades
- Case transfers and rebuilds
3D Printing
Printed parts, prototypes, and custom pieces — including PC-specific hardware and replacement components.
- Custom brackets, mounts, and enclosures
- Replacement parts for discontinued hardware
- Prototypes and small-batch runs
- Printing from your file, or modeled to spec
Pricing
Flat labor rates, quoted before any work begins. Parts are billed at exact retail cost with the receipt provided — no markup, no hidden fees.
| Service | Rate | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard PC Build | $100 | Full assembly, cable management, BIOS setup, OS install, and stability testing |
| Complex Build | $150–$250 | Custom loops, multi-GPU, small form factor, or heavily customized cable work |
| Diagnostics | $40 | Full hardware evaluation and written findings — waived if you proceed with the repair |
| Repair Labor | $60–$120 | Quoted by job after diagnostics; you approve the price before work starts |
| Upgrade Install | $50 | Single-component install, testing, and driver configuration |
| OS Install / Data Migration | $60 | Clean OS installation, drivers, updates, and transfer of existing data |
| 3D Printing | From $15 | Priced by material use and print time; quoted from your file before printing |
| Parts | At cost | Purchased from Micro Center or comparable retailers, receipt provided to you |
Every job is quoted in writing before work begins. If a repair turns out to cost more than the machine is worth, I will tell you that rather than do the work.
How It Works
Straightforward process from first message to finished machine.
Get in Touch
Call or text with what you need — a new build, a machine that won't start, or a part you want printed.
Quote & Parts List
You get a written quote covering labor and a full parts list with costs, before anything is purchased.
Build or Repair
Most builds are completed within 2–4 days of parts arriving. Repairs typically finish in 1–3 days.
Test & Hand Off
Every system is stress-tested and verified stable before delivery. Payment is due on completion.
Payment, Warranty & Refunds
Clear terms so there are no surprises on either side.
Accepted payment methods. Card payments are accepted in person via PayPal Tap to Pay, along with PayPal invoices, PayPal transfers, and cash. Payment is collected on completion of the work, not in advance. Parts costs may be collected up front on larger builds.
Service area. Minneapolis–St. Paul metro area and surrounding communities. Local pickup and drop-off available; on-site service by arrangement.
Labor warranty. All labor is warrantied for 30 days. If an issue arises from work I performed, I will correct it at no additional charge.
Parts warranty. Components carry their original manufacturer warranty, which passes directly to you along with the purchase receipt. I will assist with any manufacturer RMA process at no charge.
Refunds. If a build or repair does not perform as agreed and cannot be corrected, labor charges are fully refunded. Unused parts may be returned subject to the retailer's return policy, with the refund passed through to you in full. Refund requests should be submitted within 30 days of service.
Cancellations. Jobs may be cancelled at no cost before parts are purchased or work begins. After parts are purchased, retailer return policies apply.
Data. Backing up your data before service is strongly recommended. Data migration is available as a paid service, but I cannot guarantee recovery from failing or already-damaged drives.
Recent Work
A sample of builds and repairs completed for clients across the metro.
About
My name is Alexander Cherenegar, and Frostbyte PC & Print is my shop. I work in IT professionally and have been building and repairing computers for over seven years — starting with friends and family, and growing through referrals and repeat clients across the Twin Cities. This is a small, independent operation, which is exactly why the pricing is simple: parts at cost, flat labor, and a straight answer about what your machine actually needs. Recently expanded into 3D printing for custom parts, brackets, and prototypes.
Contact
Call or text for a quote. Most messages are returned the same day.